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Royal Highland Show
26/06/2009
First Minister Alex Salmond praised the quality and innovation of Scotland's farming industry, ahead of a visit to the Royal Highland Show in Edinburgh.
Mr Salmond will attend the show on this afternoon, visiting a range of exhibits before hosting a reception at the Scottish Government pavilion for former members of the Women's Land Army, held to recognise the contribution of Scots 'land girls' to the war effort.
Mr Salmond said:
"Our farming and other rural industries contribute greatly to our national economic fortune and to communities the length and breadth of Scotland.
"They are a fundamental part of the national economy and society, which is why the Scottish Government is doing all we can to ensure the sector has a sustainable, profitable future.
"I'm delighted to be visiting this year's Show, which is one of the flagship gatherings, among more than 300 events, of this Year of Homecoming.
"On display is the very best of Scotland's quality produce, innovation and culture."